Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Gavin Newsom
Discover the career path of Gavin Newsom, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Gavin Newsom is an American politician currently serving as the 40th governor of California since 2019. A Democrat, his political career includes serving as the 49th Lieutenant Governor of California from 2011 to 2019, and as the 42nd mayor of San Francisco from 2004 to 2011. He is a prominent figure in California politics.
May 14, 1991: Founded PlumpJack Associates L.P.
On May 14, 1991, Gavin Newsom and his investors created the company PlumpJack Associates L.P. to pursue business ventures.
1992: Started PlumpJack Winery
In 1992, Gavin Newsom, with the help of Gordon Getty, started the PlumpJack Winery, marking the beginning of his ventures in the wine industry.
1993: Opened PlumpJack Café
In 1993, the PlumpJack Cafe Partners L.P. opened the PlumpJack Café on Fillmore Street, expanding Newsom's business ventures.
1994: Opened PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn
In 1994, Gavin Newsom and his investors opened the PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn with a PlumpJack Café, expanding the PlumpJack brand.
1995: Opened Winery in Napa Valley and Balboa Cafe
In 1995, Gavin Newsom and his investors opened a winery in Napa Valley and the Balboa Café Bar and Grill, growing their business empire.
1995: Volunteered for Willie Brown's Mayoral Campaign
In 1995, Gavin Newsom volunteered for Willie Brown's successful campaign for mayor and hosted a fundraiser at his PlumpJack Café, marking his entry into politics.
1996: Opened PlumpJack Development Fund L.P.
In 1996, Gavin Newsom and his investors opened the PlumpJack Development Fund L.P., further expanding the scope of their business activities.
1996: Appointed to Parking and Traffic Commission
In 1996, Gavin Newsom was appointed by Willie Brown to a vacant seat on the Parking and Traffic Commission, beginning his official role in city government.
1997: Appointed to Board of Supervisors
In 1997, Gavin Newsom was appointed to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, filling a seat vacated by Kevin Shelley, becoming the youngest member of the board.
1998: Opened MatrixFillmore Bar
In 1998, Gavin Newsom and his investors opened the MatrixFillmore Bar, adding another establishment to their portfolio.
1998: Elected to a full term on the Board of Supervisors
In 1998, Gavin Newsom was elected to a full four-year term to the Board of Supervisors in San Francisco, solidifying his position in city government.
1998: Elected to the Board of Supervisors
In 1998, Gavin Newsom was first elected to the Board of Supervisors in San Francisco, after being appointed to fill a vacancy the previous year by Willie Brown.
1998: Endorsed by Rescue Muni
In his 1998 reelection bid, Gavin Newsom was one of two supervisors endorsed by Rescue Muni, a transit riders group, highlighting his focus on transportation issues.
November 1999: Voters Approved Transit Measure
In November 1999, a transit measure sponsored by Newsom and Rescue Muni was approved by voters, aiming to improve the city's municipal railway.
1999: Opened PlumpJack Wines Noe Valley Branch
In 1999, Gavin Newsom and his investors opened the PlumpJack Wines shop Noe Valley branch, expanding their retail presence.
2000: Opened PlumpJackSport and Second Balboa Cafe
In 2000, Gavin Newsom and his investors opened PlumpJackSport retail clothing and a second Balboa Café at Squaw Valley, adding to their portfolio of businesses.
2000: Re-elected to the Board of Supervisors
In 2000, Gavin Newsom was re-elected to represent the second district in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He also controversially paid $500 to the San Francisco Republican Party.
2001: Annual income was greater than $429,000
From 1996 to 2001, Gavin Newsom's annual income was greater than $429,000, reflecting his success in business.
2002: Re-elected to the Board of Supervisors
In 2002, Gavin Newsom was re-elected to represent the second district in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, continuing his service in that role.
2002: Business Holdings Valued at Over $6.9 Million
In 2002, Gavin Newsom's business holdings were valued at more than $6.9 million, highlighting his financial success as an entrepreneur.
November 4, 2003: Placed First in General Election
On November 4, 2003, Gavin Newsom placed first in the general election with 41.9% of the vote, setting the stage for a runoff against Matt Gonzalez.
2003: Elected Mayor of San Francisco
In 2003, Gavin Newsom was elected as the mayor of San Francisco, marking a significant milestone in his political career.
2003: Care Not Cash Initiative
In 2003, Gavin Newsom's signature achievement as a supervisor was the Care Not Cash initiative (Measure N), which offered care and supportive services for the homeless in lieu of direct cash aid, raising his political profile.
January 3, 2004: Sworn in as Mayor
On January 3, 2004, Gavin Newsom was sworn in as mayor of San Francisco, promising unity and addressing key issues such as public schools and affordable housing.
July 1, 2004: Care Not Cash Implementation
On July 1, 2004, Gavin Newsom's initiative, Care Not Cash, began implementation, which aimed to provide permanent shelter to 5,000 homeless individuals in San Francisco.
October 27, 2004: Supports Hotel Workers Strike
On October 27, 2004, Gavin Newsom joined UNITE HERE union members on a picket line in front of the Westin St. Francis Hotel during a strike by hotel workers. He pledged that the city would boycott the hotels until they agreed to a contract with the workers.
2004: Became Mayor of San Francisco
In 2004, Gavin Newsom became the 42nd mayor of San Francisco, a position he held until 2011. This marked a significant step in his political career.
2004: Sold San Francisco Businesses
In 2004, Gavin Newsom sold his share of his San Francisco businesses when he became mayor, focusing on his political career.
August 10, 2007: Filing Deadline for Mayoral Election
On August 10, 2007, the filing deadline for the San Francisco mayoral election passed, shifting the discussion to Newsom's second term and the challenges he faced from 13 candidates.
August 2007: Expected to Win Re-election
In August 2007, the San Francisco Chronicle declared that Gavin Newsom faced no serious threat to his re-election bid for mayor, having raised $1.6 million for his campaign.
2007: Earned income from business interests
In 2007, Gavin Newsom earned between $141,000 and $251,000 from his business interests, showing continued financial success.
2007: Reelected as Mayor of San Francisco
In 2007, Gavin Newsom was reelected as the mayor of San Francisco, securing his position for a second term.
2008: Care Not Cash Evaluated as Successful
In 2008, a city audit released four years after the start of the program evaluated Newsom's Care Not Cash initiative as largely successful, marking a positive assessment of his policy.
February 2010: Files Paperwork for Lieutenant Governor Run
In February 2010, Gavin Newsom filed initial paperwork to run for lieutenant governor of California.
2010: Elected Lieutenant Governor of California
In 2010, Gavin Newsom was elected as the lieutenant governor of California, further advancing his political career.
January 10, 2011: Sworn in as Lieutenant Governor
On January 10, 2011, Gavin Newsom was sworn in as the lieutenant governor of California, serving under Governor Jerry Brown.
2011: Became Lieutenant Governor of California
In 2011, Gavin Newsom began his service as the 49th lieutenant governor of California, a role he held until 2019 when he became governor.
2011: Newsom Completes Service as Mayor of San Francisco
In 2011, Gavin Newsom completed his service as the mayor of San Francisco.
May 2012: Begins Hosting "The Gavin Newsom Show"
In May 2012, while serving as lieutenant governor, Gavin Newsom began hosting "The Gavin Newsom Show" on Current TV. He also drew criticism for calling Sacramento "dull".
2012: Hosted "The Gavin Newsom Show"
From 2012 to 2013, Gavin Newsom hosted "The Gavin Newsom Show" during his time as lieutenant governor of California.
February 7, 2013: Release of "Citizenville: How to Take the Town Square Digital and Reinvent Government"
On February 7, 2013, Gavin Newsom released his first book, "Citizenville: How to Take the Town Square Digital and Reinvent Government", which discusses the Gov 2.0 movement.
2013: Authored "Citizenville"
In 2013, Gavin Newsom wrote the book "Citizenville", focusing on the use of digital tools for democratic change.
November 4, 2014: Re-elected as Lieutenant Governor
On November 4, 2014, Gavin Newsom was re-elected as the lieutenant governor of California, defeating Ron Nehring with 57.2% of the vote.
2014: Reelected Lieutenant Governor of California
In 2014, Gavin Newsom was reelected as the lieutenant governor of California, confirming his continued role in state leadership.
January 5, 2015: Starts Second Term as Lieutenant Governor
On January 5, 2015, Gavin Newsom's second term as the lieutenant governor of California began.
February 11, 2015: Opens Campaign Account for 2018 Gubernatorial Election
On February 11, 2015, Gavin Newsom announced that he was opening a campaign account for governor in the 2018 California elections.
2016: Newsom was the official proponent of Proposition 63
In 2016, as lieutenant governor, Gavin Newsom was the official proponent of Proposition 63. The ballot measure required a background check and California Department of Justice authorization to purchase ammunition, among other gun control regulations.
February 24, 2017: Response to Federal Enforcement of Recreational Cannabis Laws
On February 24, 2017, Gavin Newsom sent a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions and President Donald Trump, urging them not to increase federal enforcement against recreational cannabis firms in California. He contrasted cannabis with opioids and welcomed efforts to tackle the opioid crisis.
June 5, 2018: Finished in Top Two in Primary Election
On June 5, 2018, Gavin Newsom finished in the top two in the nonpartisan blanket primary for governor of California.
2018: Pledged to tighten state oversight of fracking
During his 2018 campaign, Gavin Newsom pledged to tighten state oversight of fracking and oil extraction.
2018: Elected Governor of California
In 2018, Gavin Newsom was elected as the governor of California, marking the culmination of his political career to date.
2018: Margin of victory in election
In 2018, Gavin Newsom won the election by a certain margin, which was larger than his 2022 victory.
January 7, 2019: Sworn in as Governor of California
On January 7, 2019, Gavin Newsom was sworn in as the governor of California.
January 2019: Newsom threatens to withhold infrastructure funding and sues Huntington Beach
In late January 2019, Gavin Newsom threatened to withhold state funding for infrastructure to communities failing to address California's housing shortage. He also announced that he would sue Huntington Beach for preventing the construction of affordable housing.
February 2019: Newsom announces changes to high-speed rail project
In his February 2019 State of the State address, Gavin Newsom announced that work would continue on the Central Valley segment of the high-speed rail project, but the rest of the system would be indefinitely postponed due to cost overruns and delays. This decision created tension with the State Building and Construction Trades Council of California.
March 13, 2019: Declared moratorium on death penalty
On March 13, 2019, Gavin Newsom declared a moratorium on the state's death penalty, preventing any execution while he remained governor and leading to the closure of the execution chamber at San Quentin State Prison. Newsom cited the death penalty as a racist system.
May 2019: Pardoned formerly incarcerated people
In May 2019, Gavin Newsom pardoned seven formerly incarcerated people, including two Cambodian refugees facing deportation, in his first acts of clemency as governor.
June 2019: Newsom Apologizes for Genocide of Native Americans
In June 2019, Gavin Newsom apologized for the genocide of Native Americans, acknowledging the California state government's role in approving and abetting these actions in the 19th century.
June 2019: Medi-Cal eligibility expanded
In June 2019, the budget passed expanded eligibility for Medi-Cal from solely undocumented minor children to undocumented young adults from ages 19 to 25.
September 2019: Vetoed SB 1
In September 2019, Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1, which would have preserved environmental protections at the state level that were set to roll back nationally under the Trump administration's environmental policy.
November 2019: Imposed moratorium on hydraulic fracturing
In November 2019, Gavin Newsom imposed a moratorium on approval of new hydraulic fracturing and steam-injected oil drilling in the state until the permits for those projects could be reviewed by an independent panel of scientists.
November 2019: Pardoned men facing deportation to Cambodia and Vietnam
In November 2019, Gavin Newsom pardoned three men who were attempting to avoid being deported to Cambodia or Vietnam for crimes they had committed as teenagers.
December 2019: Granted parole to Cambodian refugee
In December 2019, Gavin Newsom granted parole to a Cambodian refugee who had been held in a California prison due to a murder case. Despite immigrant rights groups' wishes, the refugee was turned over for possible deportation upon release.
2019: Newsom's veto rate from 2019-2021
From 2019 to 2021, Newsom vetoed 12.7% of the bills the legislature passed on average.
2019: Attended UN Climate Action Summit
In 2019, Gavin Newsom attended the UN Climate Action Summit, speaking of California as a climate leader.
2019: Became Governor of California
In 2019, Gavin Newsom became the 40th governor of California. Prior to this, he served as the 49th lieutenant governor of California and as the 42nd mayor of San Francisco.
2019: Newsom calls for nationwide background checks on ammunition purchases
In 2019, in response to the Virginia Beach mass shooting and later the Gilroy Garlic Festival shooting, Gavin Newsom called for nationwide background checks on people purchasing ammunition and expressed support for national cooperation in controlling "weapons of goddamned mass destruction."
February 2020: Sued federal agencies over environmental rollbacks
In February 2020, the Newsom administration sued federal agencies over the rollbacks to protect imperiled fish in the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta in 2019.
March 4, 2020: Declared state of emergency due to COVID-19
On March 4, 2020, Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in California after the first death attributable to COVID-19. This was to help the state prepare for and contain the virus' spread and prioritized mitigation policies for the state's homeless population.
March 22, 2020: Declared state of emergency for wildfires
On March 22, 2020, Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency due to mass die-off of trees throughout California, increasing the risk of wildfires.
April 2020: Resumed issuing new hydraulic fracturing permits
In April 2020, state agencies resumed issuing new hydraulic fracturing permits.
August 2020: Addressed Democratic National Convention
In August 2020, Gavin Newsom addressed the 2020 Democratic National Convention, mentioning climate change and the wildfires prevalent in California at the time.
September 2020: Signed bill on transgender inmates
In September 2020, Gavin Newsom signed into law a bill allowing California transgender inmates to be placed in prisons corresponding with their gender identity, with potential denials based on security concerns. The Women's Liberation Front subsequently filed a lawsuit against the bill.
September 23, 2020: Executive order to phase out gasoline-powered vehicles
On September 23, 2020, Gavin Newsom signed an executive order to phase out sales of gasoline-powered vehicles and require all new passenger vehicles sold in the state to be zero-emission by 2035.
2020: Newsom Uses Executive Orders
In 2020, Gavin Newsom used a larger than normal number of executive orders during the legislative session.
2020: Voters thought the most important issue for Newsom and the state legislature to work on in 2020 was homelessness
In 2020, a poll found that California voters thought the most important issue for Newsom and the state legislature to work on was homelessness.
2020: Appointments after Kamala Harris' election
In 2020, after Kamala Harris was elected Vice President, Gavin Newsom appointed Alex Padilla as California's junior U.S. Senator, Shirley Weber as Secretary of State, and Rob Bonta as Attorney General of California.
April 2021: Committed to ending sale of gas leases and oil extraction
In April 2021, Gavin Newsom committed to ending the sale of gas leases by 2024 and ending oil extraction by 2045.
June 10, 2021: Newsom criticizes judge and proposes legislation after gun ban struck down
On June 10, 2021, Gavin Newsom criticized federal Judge Roger Benitez after he struck down California's ban on assault weapons. Newsom then proposed legislation to empower private citizens to enforce the ban, following the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Texas Heartbeat Act.
September 14, 2021: Recall Election Held
On September 14, 2021, the recall election for Gavin Newsom was held, and only 38% of voters supported the recall, allowing him to remain in office.
September 2021: Signed legislation on police reform
In September 2021, Gavin Newsom signed legislation raising the minimum age to become a police officer, restricting the use of tear gas, banning police departments from employing officers after misconduct, and requiring officers to intervene when witnessing excessive force.
October 2021: Proposed buffer between fossil fuel extraction sites and populated areas
In October 2021, Gavin Newsom proposed a 3,200-foot buffer between new fossil fuel extraction sites and densely populated areas.
December 2021: Newsom announces intention to make California a 'sanctuary' for abortion
In December 2021, Newsom announced his intention to make California a "sanctuary" for abortion, which included possibly paying for procedures, travel, and lodging for out-of-state abortion seekers.
2021: Newsom's veto rate from 2019-2021
From 2019 to 2021, Newsom vetoed 12.7% of the bills the legislature passed on average.
2021: Connie Ballmer donates $1 million to the Newsom campaign
In 2021, Connie Ballmer, wife of former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, donated $1 million to the Newsom campaign.
2021: Newsom signs bills easing zoning restrictions for housing
In 2021, Gavin Newsom signed a pair of bills into law that reduced zoning restrictions for housing, allowing the construction of duplexes and fourplexes in areas previously zoned for single-family homes. He also signed a bill expediting the environmental review process for multifamily developments.
2021: Newsom's Recall Election
In 2021, Newsom had a "vulnerable" recall election. He stated he would not run for President in 2024 because of this event.
2021: Medi-Cal eligibility expanded
In 2021, Newsom signed legislation expanding Medi-Cal eligibility to undocumented residents over age 50.
January 13, 2022: Denied parole to Sirhan Sirhan
On January 13, 2022, Gavin Newsom denied parole to Sirhan Sirhan, Robert F. Kennedy's assassin, citing Sirhan's lack of insight and refusal to accept responsibility for his actions.
January 2022: Directed dismantling of death row
In January 2022, Gavin Newsom directed the state to begin dismantling its death row in San Quentin, transforming it into a "space for rehabilitation programs".
March 2022: Newsom signs bill requiring full abortion coverage
In March 2022, Gavin Newsom signed a bill requiring private health insurance plans in California to fully cover abortion procedures by eliminating associated co-pays and deductibles and increasing insurance premiums.
June 30, 2022: Newsom signs $307.9 billion state budget
On June 30, 2022, Gavin Newsom signed a $307.9 billion state budget that pledges to make all low-income adults eligible for the state's Medicaid program by 2024, regardless of immigration status, making California the first U.S. state to guarantee healthcare to all low-income illegal immigrants.
July 6, 2022: Newsom establishes Office of Health Care Affordability
On July 6, 2022, Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 184, which established the Office of Health Care Affordability, aimed at developing data-informed policies and enforceable cost targets to contain health care costs.
September 2022: Newsom Makes California a Sanctuary State and Fines School District
In September 2022, Gavin Newsom made California the first sanctuary state for transgender youth. He also fined a school district $1.5 million for rejecting a curriculum including a biography of Harvey Milk.
September 2022: Newsom proposes windfall profits tax for oil companies
In September 2022, Gavin Newsom proposed a windfall profits tax and penalty for oil companies after gas prices in California exceeded $6 per gallon, attributing this to corporate greed and price gouging.
September 2022: Newsom States He Will Not Run for President in 2024
In September 2022, Gavin Newsom stated that he would not run for president in 2024, citing his "vulnerable" 2021 recall.
2022: Newsom declares 'NIMBYism is destroying the state'
In 2022, Gavin Newsom declared that "NIMBYism is destroying the state," expressing his opposition to NIMBY (not-in-my-back-yard) sentiment related to housing.
2022: Newsom signs 39 bills to address housing crisis
In 2022, Gavin Newsom signed 39 bills into law aimed at addressing California's housing crisis, including measures to eliminate minimum parking requirements near mass transit, allow housing on commercially zoned land, and streamline housing projects by allowing California colleges to skip onerous review processes for new projects.
2022: Newsom signs gun control bills
In 2022, Gavin Newsom signed several gun control bills, including Assembly Bill 1621, restricting privately made firearms, and Assembly Bill 2571, prohibiting the marketing of firearms to children. He also signed Senate Bill 1327, enabling private citizens to sue those involved in illegal firearms in California.
2022: Re-election to second term
In 2022, Gavin Newsom was re-elected for a second term as governor, defeating Republican state senator Brian Dahle with 59.2% of the vote.
2022: Reelected as Governor
In 2022, Gavin Newsom was reelected as governor of California, overcoming the recall effort he faced the previous year.
February 2023: Newsom organizes Reproductive Freedom Alliance of state governors
In February 2023, Gavin Newsom organized the Reproductive Freedom Alliance, a group of state governors supportive of abortion and reproductive rights.
March 2023: Newsom announces California will cut ties with Walgreens over abortion pill policy
In March 2023, after Walgreens announced it would not dispense abortion pills in states where it is illegal, Newsom declared that California would cease doing business with Walgreens and explore ways to cancel the company's contracts with the state.
March 28, 2023: Newsom signs law targeting oil company profits
On March 28, 2023, Gavin Newsom signed a law in California that authorizes the California Energy Commission to set a profit threshold for oil companies, above which they would be assessed a financial penalty. The law also requires these companies to report additional profit data to state regulators and establishes a new oversight division within the California Energy Commission to investigate price gouging in the gasoline industry.
April 2023: The Hill Article Discusses Newsom's Potential Presidential Run
In April 2023, The Hill published an article discussing the inevitability of a Newsom presidential run.
April 25, 2023: Newsom Endorses Biden's Reelection Campaign
On April 25, 2023, Gavin Newsom endorsed President Biden's reelection campaign.
May 2023: Schwarzenegger Comments on Newsom's Presidential Ambitions
In May 2023, Schwarzenegger said it was a "no-brainer" that Newsom would someday run for president.
June 8, 2023: Newsom proposes 28th Amendment to U.S. Constitution on gun control
On June 8, 2023, Governor Newsom proposed a 28th amendment to the U.S. Constitution to raise the age to buy firearms to 21, institute universal background checks for gun purchases, mandate waiting periods, and ban assault weapons for civilians.
June 2023: NewsNation Poll Shows Newsom as Potential Presidential Candidate
According to a June 2023 poll by NewsNation, 22% of California voters wanted Newsom to enter the 2024 presidential election.
June 2023: Newsom Proclaims LGBTQ+ Pride Month
In June 2023, Gavin Newsom proclaimed June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in California.
September 2023: Appointed Laphonza Butler to the Senate
In September 2023, Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to the U.S. Senate seat after the death of Dianne Feinstein, fulfilling his promise to appoint a Black woman to the position.
October 2023: Newsom vetoes bill to cap insulin co-pays
In October 2023, Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that aimed to cap co-pays for diabetic insulin at $35.
October 2023: Newsom Vetoes Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination
In October 2023, Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill to ban discrimination based on caste, deeming it "unnecessary", sparking both applause from Hindu rights organizations and sharp criticism from advocates for oppressed castes.
October 2023: Newsom Vetoes Bill Providing Unemployment Insurance to Striking Workers
In October 2023, Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill to provide unemployment insurance to striking workers, citing the excess burden on the state's unemployment system. He also vetoed a bill related to layoff protections and non-disclosure agreements.
October 2023: Newsom vetoes housing assistance bills
In October 2023, Gavin Newsom vetoed several bills designed to expand access to housing assistance, including measures related to repurposing state-owned land, expanding eligibility for state housing assistance, and mandating Medi-Cal coverage for housing assistance.
October 2023: Newsom Visits China
In October 2023, Gavin Newsom visited China for a week, meeting with President Xi Jinping to discuss climate change, trade, and fentanyl production, while calling for better U.S.-China relations.
November 2023: Newsom Debates DeSantis on Fox News
In November 2023, Gavin Newsom and Ron DeSantis debated on Fox News, with Sean Hannity as the moderator.
2023: Newsom Launches Campaign for Democracy PAC
In 2023, Gavin Newsom launched Campaign for Democracy, a PAC to take on "authoritarian leaders" in the U.S., speculated to be a starting point for a possible 2028 presidential bid.
February 2024: Newsom pushed for exemption for businesses that bake and sell bread in AB 1228
In February 2024, Bloomberg News reported that Newsom advocated for an exemption in AB 1228, a bill increasing the state's minimum wage for fast food workers, for businesses that bake and sell bread, specifically benefiting 24 Panera Bread bakery-cafes owned by Greg Flynn, a major Newsom campaign donor. Republican lawmakers subsequently called for an investigation.
July 2024: Campaign for Democracy Raises $24 Million
As of July 2024, Gavin Newsom's Campaign for Democracy has raised $24 million for direct contributions to candidates and other spending. The group is not subject to contribution limits.
July 2024: Newsom Launches Podcast and Endorses Harris for President
In July 2024, Gavin Newsom launched a podcast called Politickin'. After Biden's withdrawal, Newsom endorsed Kamala Harris for president, stating he would not seek the Democratic nomination.
August 2024: Newsom Warns Counties on Homeless Encampments
In August 2024, Gavin Newsom warned counties that if they did not remove their homeless encampments, their state funding would be cut off the next year. This warning came after he personally visited and cleared out a Los Angeles homeless encampment without notifying the city.
September 2024: Newsom signs bill benefiting Intuit Dome
In September 2024, Gavin Newsom signed AB 3206 into law, creating an exception to the state's alcohol law for the Intuit Dome, owned by Steve Ballmer, a major donor to Newsom's campaign in 2021. This action drew criticism from ethics experts who viewed it as a special favor to a wealthy donor.
October 2024: Newsom Signs "California Racial Mascots Act"
In October 2024, Gavin Newsom signed AB 3074, the "California Racial Mascots Act", which bans derogatory Native American mascots and team names at K-12 schools, with an exemption for schools run by recognized Native American tribes.
December 2024: Newsom Criticizes Biden's Pardon of Hunter Biden
In December 2024, Gavin Newsom criticized Biden for pardoning his son, Hunter Biden, expressing his disappointment and lack of support for the decision.
2024: Newsom Calls for Safeguarding California's Policies
After Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, Gavin Newsom called for California lawmakers to convene to safeguard California's policies from the upcoming Trump administration.
2024: Newsom's comments on appointing a Black woman to the Senate
In 2024, Gavin Newsom had given comments in an interview with Joy Reid, about whether he would appoint a Black woman to replace Dianne Feinstein if she were to retire from the Senate or die before her term ended.
2024: Committed to ending the sale of gas leases
In 2024, Gavin Newsom has commited to end the sale of gas leases.
2024: Newsom Signs Bill Restricting Parental Notification on Gender Identity
In 2024, Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that prohibits schools from notifying parents about a minor student's gender identity without the student's consent. This law has sparked controversy, with proponents arguing for student privacy and opponents raising concerns about parental rights.
2024: Low income adults eligible for state Medicaid
In 2024, all low income adults will be eligible for the state's Medicaid program.
2024: Speculation on Newsom's Presidential Aspirations
In 2024, many journalists and political analysts have mentioned Newsom as a potential presidential hopeful.
2025: Started "This is Gavin Newsom" Podcast
Since 2025, Gavin Newsom has hosted the podcast "This is Gavin Newsom", adding a new dimension to his public engagement.
2028: Possible Presidential Bid
2028 is a year which Newsom possibly may run for President.
2028: Newsom Adjusts Political Approach for Potential Presidential Campaign
In anticipation of a potential 2028 presidential campaign, Gavin Newsom has adjusted his political approach to appeal to a broader electorate, including engaging with conservative voices.
2035: Phase out of gasoline-powered vehicles
By 2035, all new passenger vehicles sold in the state should be zero-emission.
2045: Committed to ending oil extraction
In 2045, Gavin Newsom has commited to end oil extraction.
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